The vintage 2023 in Bordeaux has produced some exceptional wines that have delighted consumers. Château Laurence Bordeaux Supérieur 2023 received a high rating of 95 points. This wine, made predominantly from Merlot and aged in new French oak, offers a harmonious blend of dark fruit, figs, and rich acidity. Château Haut Peyrat Grand Vin de Bordeaux 2023, a blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Malbec, also impressed with its fresh fruit aromas and well-balanced flavors. Another standout is Château Laurence’s “Petite Laurence” 2023, a 100% Merlot wine with rich and smoky aromas, firm tannins, and a textured finish.
Château Haut Bellegarde Bordeaux 2023, a Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blend, offers an almost popsicle-like initial attraction on the nose, with delicious flavors of cassis, plums, and red cherries. Château Lamothe Vincent Héritage Bordeaux Supérieur 2023, with perky aromas and a bright bite of cherries and black currants, also received a high rating of 93 points. Château Larteau Bordeaux Supérieur 2023, a Merlot and Cabernet Franc blend, offers aromas of a spring country lane and a light, fruity mouthful of red fruit with chipper acidity on a long finish.
Additional wines from the vintage 2023 include Château Auguste Bordeaux 2023, with a rating of 92 points, Château de Brondeau Bordeaux Supérieur 2023, with a rating of 91+ points, and Château d’Anglade Grande Réserve Bordeaux Supérieur 2023, which received a rating of 89 points. Each of these wines offers unique flavors and aromas, showcasing the diversity and quality of the Bordeaux region’s wines in this vintage.
Overall, the wines from the vintage 2023 in Bordeaux have been highly praised for their fresh fruit aromas, well-integrated tannins, and balanced acidity. Winemakers like Philippe Nunes and Isabelle and Didier Gil have demonstrated their skill and artistry in producing wines that are both complex and approachable. These wines offer a range of flavors, from dark fruits and chocolate to red cherries and gorse, making them ideal for pairing with a variety of dishes or enjoying on their own. Bordeaux continues to be a leading region in the world of wine, producing vintages that satisfy the desires of consumers and critics alike.
